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Video redaction for law firms — before discovery or court filings
Produce exhibit-ready redactions without NLE bottlenecks
Partners do not want junior staff hand-tracking masks when deadlines slip.
Try BGBlur before you open an NLE
Upload a clip below to preview automatic detection and motion-tracked blur—faces, plates, background, or prompt-selected areas.
- Browser-based — no install
- Files never stored after processing
- AI tracks subjects through motion
What you can process
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Video | MP4, MOV, M4V, AVI, MKV — free tier typically covers files under 200MB and about 10 minutes of runtime (verify in-app for current limits). |
| Images | JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF for still redaction workflows. |
Why motion-tracked blur matters
Hand-drawn masks fall apart when a plate glints, a face turns, or the camera whip-pans. BGBlur keeps adjustments on the detection so reviewers spend minutes—not hours—per clip on hygiene edits before publish, handoff, or archive.
Workflow notes for this audience
This page targets a specific creator or professional context. The same motion-tracked engine applies; only the risk profile and publishing cadence change.
Structured answers and FAQs
Pages that state the outcome first, then support it with short sections, tables, and questions people actually ask tend to be easier for readers—and for AI overview systems—to quote accurately. Independent research on generative-engine optimization (Princeton, 2024) highlights statistics, quotations, and clear FAQs as signals that correlate with higher visibility in AI-mediated answers—not keyword density. The FAQ block below mirrors common support questions for this topic.
How it works
- Upload your video (MP4, MOV, M4V, AVI, MKV) or images (JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF).
- Select blur type—faces, plates, background, objects, or prompt-based blur—and preview tracks.
- Export in HD and publish anywhere; files are not stored after processing.
Benefits for this use case
- Cut review cycles for Law Firms: fewer manual masks on recurring B-roll and client-facing clips.
- Keep motion-tracked blur on plates, faces, and backgrounds without frame-by-frame keyframes.
- Export a clean master you can reuse across social, LMS, and partner channels.
Citations and concrete limits (formats, retention) help both readers and automated summaries verify claims quickly.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does video redaction work on moving subjects?
- Yes. BGBlur tracks faces, plates, and regions frame-to-frame so blur stays glued to the subject while it moves.
- What video formats are supported?
- MP4, MOV, M4V, AVI, MKV, plus JPG, PNG, WebP, and GIF for stills. Free tier covers files under 200MB and 10 minutes.
- Can I process multiple videos at once?
- Yes. For recurring volumes, use batch workflows or talk to us about team processing and API access.
- Will blur quality degrade my video?
- No. BGBlur applies blur as a processing layer without re-encoding the entire video at lower quality. Export maintains your original resolution and bitrate where possible.
- How long does video redaction processing take?
- Processing time scales with video length and resolution. A 5-minute 1080p clip typically processes in 1-3 minutes. Longer or 4K videos take proportionally more time.
- Can I preview blur before exporting?
- Yes. The browser interface shows detection results immediately. Preview the blur overlay, adjust strength or coverage, then export only when you're satisfied with the result.
- Why use a browser tool instead of desktop software?
- Browser-based processing means no installations, no version conflicts, and no local storage of sensitive files. Upload, process, export, and close the tab—your files aren't retained on our servers.
- How accurate is the AI detection for video redaction?
- Detection accuracy depends on video quality and subject visibility. BGBlur handles most real-world scenarios including partial occlusion, motion blur, and varying lighting. Preview results before export to verify coverage.
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